Vattamkulam

Vattamkulam is a village located in Ponnani taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ponnani (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Vattamkulam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Vattamkulam unique in its vibrant Ponnani-Malappuram region. You’ll see Vattamkulam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Vattamkulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vattamkulam is 627558. The village spans a total geographical area of 2073 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679578. Ponnani is nearest town to Vattamkulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vattamkulam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thavanur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ponnani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Vattamkulam

According to the 2011 Census, Vattamkulam has a total population of about 36,147, with approximately 17,233 males and 18,914 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,407 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.47%, with male literacy at about 83.72% and female literacy near 81.33%. There are around 7,454 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vattamkulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 36,147 17,233 18,914
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4,407 2,214 2,193
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4,808 2,387 2,421
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 115 58 57
Literate Population 29,810 14,427 15,383
Illiterate Population 6,337 2,806 3,531

Connectivity of Vattamkulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vattamkulam. As per the 2011 stats, Vattamkulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Vattamkulam

Knowing the nearby villages of Vattamkulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vattamkulam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vattamkulam

Where is Vattamkulam located?
Vattamkulam village is situated in Ponnani Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vattamkulam?
Vattamkulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Vattamkulam?
The pincode of Vattamkulam is 679578, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Vattamkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vattamkulam is 36,147, with 17,233 males and 18,914 females.
How many households are there in Vattamkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vattamkulam village has a total of 7,454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vattamkulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vattamkulam is 82.47%. The male literacy rate is 83.72%, while the female literacy rate is 81.33%.